Bulls Face Celtics on 3-Game Win Streak
Bulls Look to Keep Roll Going Against Celtics
The Chicago Bulls will look to keep their three-game win streak going when they take on the Boston Celtics on Saturday.
Bulls’ Recent Form
The Bulls have gone 11-8 against Eastern Conference teams and 6-10 against opponents with a winning percentage above .500. They have averaged 121.3 points, 45.6 rebounds, 30.1 assists, 7.9 steals, and 5.2 blocks per game while shooting 48.3% from the field in their last 10 games. Their opponents have averaged 116.9 points per game.
Celtics’ Strengths
The Boston Celtics, on the other hand, are 19-4 against Eastern Conference opponents, with a 110.0 points-per-game average and a 46.0% shooting percentage from the field. They are seventh in the league in points allowed, with an average of 110.0 points per game.
Top Performers
Josh Giddey is averaging 11.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists for the Bulls, while Derrick White is averaging 17.3 points and 4.8 assists for the Celtics.
Injuries
The Bulls have a few players dealing with injuries, including Dalen Terry (knee), Josh Giddey (ankle), Xavier Tillman Sr. (illness), Sam Hauser (back), and Kristaps Porzingis (heel). The Celtics have a similar list of injured players.
Recent Trends
The Celtics are averaging 118.8 points, 48.5 rebounds, 26.3 assists, 7.7 steals, and 6.5 blocks per game while shooting 45.1% from the field in their last 10 games. Their opponents have averaged 109.3 points per game.
Conclusion
The Bulls will need to put in a strong effort to take down the Celtics, who have been playing well on both ends of the court. With a few key players out due to injury, it will be an interesting test for the Bulls to see if they can keep their win streak going.
FAQs
* What is the current record of the Chicago Bulls?
+ 13-15, ninth in the Eastern Conference
* What is the current record of the Boston Celtics?
+ 21-6, second in the Eastern Conference
* How many points do the Bulls average per game?
+ 118.8
* How many points do the Celtics allow per game?
+ 110.0
* Who are the top performers for the Bulls and Celtics?
+ Josh Giddey (Bulls), Derrick White (Celtics)
